Gigabyte GA-7ZX Socket-A KT133 ATX

AnandTech Motherboard Rating

Performance

The GA-7VX performs a bit below other KT133 boards we've tested to date, but the difference isn't huge.

Price

Like other KT133 boards, the GA-7ZX is a 4 layer design that helps reduce cost. You do pay a bit more for Gigabyte's quality construction, however.

Stability

While the stability of the GA-7ZM was quite good, it still wasn't quite up there with the leaders of the pack in this category, such as the ASUS K7V or the ABIT KA7 (although those are Slot-A boards).

Quality

Gigabyte is well known for the quality components and construction that go into their products, and the GA-7ZX is no exception.

Features

Beyond the standard KT133 features (AGP 4X, PC133/PC100 SDRAM support, etc.), the GA-7ZX doesn't have any big features that make it stand out from the pack. In fact, it's still on a DIP switch based configuration.

Layout

No complaints here as the GA-7ZX follows the ATX specifications closely and includes an above average expansion slot configuration.

Availability

While Gigabyte products aren't available everywhere, it is relatively possible to find their motherboards relatively easily. Like most manufactures focused on motherboards, don't expect to find Gigabyte boards in a place like Best Buy or CompUSA. Some local computer shops will carry Gigabyte, but not many.

Documentation & Software Bundle

The GA-7ZX manual, like other Gigabyte manuals, was slightly above average and is at least included in print, unlike some that are only available on CD. Unfortunately, there was little in the way of a software bundle.